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West Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,284 | $1,675 | $5,000 |
West Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,936 | $2,500 | $4,400 |
West Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,175 | $2,500 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available West Chicago Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,136. Aspen Ridge Apartments in the Appletree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,579. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chicago apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
Aspen Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Diamond | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
Ascend St. Charles | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,757 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL and Nearby
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Chicago area is the $2.19 price per square foot 2x2 Cambridge Model at Aspen Ridge Apartments in the in the Appletree neighborhood starting from $1,859. The second greatest value West Chicago apartment is the 1 BR Designer Courtyard Model at Springs at St Charles starting at $1,907 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Oak Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Aspen Ridge Apartments | 2x2 Cambridge | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Winfield Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Ascend St. Charles | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Chicago
What type of rentals are currently available in West Chicago?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,136 to $7,860. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Chicago ranging from $1,350 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Chicago?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Chicago ranges from $1,350 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,617.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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